Rey Mysterio believes Dominik Mysterio is “most definitely” a future WWE World Champion despite their differences 

Dominik Mysterio has become one of the most reviled heels in the wrestling industry. However, that wasn’t always the case; when he made his debut, he was in his father’s shadow. Although he has tasted the essence of winning a title, Rey Mysterio believes he will be a world champion soon. He expressed his honest opinions on his son’s progress in an interview.

Rey Mysterio discussed with Chris Van Vliet whether he envisions Dominik Mysterio becoming a world champion someday. He answered yes without any hesitation and stated that Dominik had understood the craft in such a short amount of time. The 49-year-old legend called “Dirty” Dom fortunate to have worked with some of the company’s top stars, like Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and Seth Rollins.

The Ultimate Underdog admitted that Dom was on a higher level than he was in the first four years of his career. This was not the first time Rey openly praised his son, despite the many differences between them. He previously stated in another interview that Dom turning heel and separating from him was one of the best decisions of his career.

Definitely. Most definitely. He's getting really good at what he's doing. The fact that he's where he's at with such little time, I wish I could have been there with four years of being in the business. The fact that he's been able to be in there with the best - Seth Rollins, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, John Cena. 

Rey Mysterio on Dominik Mysterio via The Insight

The WWE Universe has already witnessed their storied rivalry on the biggest stage of them all. In the two matches they were involved in at WrestleMania 39 and WrestleMania XL, Rey got the best of Dom both times. The 27-year-old star will look to turn the tables as he meets his father once again in a singles match on the upcoming episode of Raw.

Rey Mysterio opens about whose idea it was for the “Custody of Dominik Mysterio” ladder match

Although Dominik Mysterio made his in-ring debut as a professional wrestler just four years ago, he has been involved in the business for a long time. Additionally, he was involved in one of the most heated storylines of 2005, which culminated in Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero fighting for his custody. In an interview, The Biggest Little Man discussed where the idea originated.

While speaking with Chris, the 49-year-old legend stated that it was Bruce Prichard and Eddie’s idea. Rey thought the idea was cool and talked to his son about it when he was seven years old. He revealed that Dom was initially shy, but once he knew money was involved, he was ready.

I wanna say that came from Bruce and Eddie... and I don't know if somebody else had some input in it, but when that Idea was brought up to me, I said sure. that sounds cool, let me speak to Dom about it. He was always so shy and timid, but when he knew that money was involved, he said yeah I'm down. 

Rey Mysterio via The Insight

Rey credited his best friend Eddie for making Dom feel comfortable in his surroundings by giving him Twizzlers. The Ultimate Underdog won the match when Eddie’s wife, Vickie Guerrero, stopped him from taking the briefcase. Needless to say, the stipulation and eventual match will always be an iconic moment in wrestling fans’ eyes.

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